In January, police were called to her street in North Bondi after a neighbour came to her aid when a photographer tried to take photos of her and Banjo -- who Sam had only recently brought home for the first time.

Sam's neighbour allegedly scratched the glass of the photographer's camera equipment. Police confirmed to Confidential that no charges were laid and that "neither parties wanted any further police action."

Confidential also reported that a number of paps were pleased Sam had acquired a puppy because it meant she'd go for walks more often.

"A pap pic of Sam Armytage always makes for a good payday," a photographer told the publication. "As soon as she bought that labrador, we all knew it would mean she would be out on the street more often walking him. It makes our job easier."

And in December 2016, Daily Mail were forced to apologise after publishing pap photos of Sam with captions including, "granny panties showing a visible line"